TEGRA - Key Persons
Carolyn gained nearly 20 years of exceptionally strong project management experience with two of the region's largest contractor/developer firms prior to joining Tegra. She earned an outstanding reputation from her leadership roles on large-scale projects within the hospitality, sports/entertainment, residential, and corporate facilities industries. She provides reasoned and trustworthy guidance to clients throughout the entire life cycle of their projects with a straightforward communication style that earns praise from clients.
Education and Certification
Bachelor of Science, Construction Management & Business Administration, North Dakota State University
For more than 25 years, Connie managed the planning and execution of capital improvements for prominent corporations including United Health Group, Target Commercial Interiors, and Room & Board. She is a sought-after industry expert when it comes to the selection, procurement and installation of fixtures, furniture and equipment (FF&E). Tegra clients rely on Connie's clear communication style, strict adherence to timing and budget dictates, and ability to ensure smooth transitions into new or renovated spaces.
Recognized locally and nationally for his innovative and principled leadership, Dick has provided insightful guidance on a long list of high-profile private and public sector projects throughout the country - all of which were completed on time and within budget. Among this list of success stories is Target Field, home to the Minnesota Twins, which boasted a zero-item punch list on opening day, a feat never before achieved in construction of any modern major league sports facility. Built on his years as an executive at real estate firms in Los Angeles, Colorado and Minneapolis, Dick offers Tegra clients a depth and breadth of wisdom that is unmatched in the industry.
With an engineering degree and nearly 20-year record of successfully overseeing all phases of multimillion-dollar construction, Julie is expertly equipped to guide clients with sound counsel and valuable advice. Her capabilities extend across all phases of the construction process, from conceptual ideation and team formation to project execution and exceptional completion. Julie receives accolades for her promotive leadership style as well as her ability to balance big-picture thinking with an eagle-eye attention to detail that consistently yields on-time, on-budget project outcomes.
Kara's forte is working with architects and business owners to create superb, highly functional, and aesthetically pleasing commercial interior spaces. Kara combines her expertise in timeless design principles with environmental and psychological considerations to create winning outcomes while keeping budgets and timelines front and center. With a background in commercial interior design/furnishings, Kara is uniquely equipped to lend enormously helpful insights to Tegra clients, from initial concepts to the final punch list. Kara earns high praise for being a genuine pleasure to work with, all while bringing a keen eye and sharp pencil to every design-related detail, including purchasing, logistics, and installation. Kara is a proud South Dakotan eager to bring her passion and project management skills to public and private entities in the Mount Rushmore State and beyond.
Education and Certification
Bachelor of Science, University of Wyoming
With more than three decades as a CFO in the nonprofit cultural sector, Mary has significant strategic and analytical experience gained from her direct involvement in an extensive array of organizational projects. She is a discerning, measured collaborator who enhances projects at every stage with her well-established skillset that perfectly blends big-picture thinking, fiscal responsibility and practical problem-solving. Mary is at her best when helping to achieve ambitious projects in alignment with organizational goals.
Mike's depth and breadth of experience in construction management makes him a standout in the industry. Whether overseeing the careful restoration of a historic church or the meticulous replacement of state-of-the-art autoclaves for a national pharmaceutical company, Mike brings a strong intellect, calm demeanor and strict adherence to detail. His proven relationship-building skills and strong financial acumen are a winning combination, allowing Mike to smoothly guide projects to their optimal outcomes time after time.
Education & Certification
Master of Business Administration, University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Science, Construction Management, University of Wisconsin-Stout
ASHE, Healthcare Construction Certificate
A registered architect and LEED-accredited professional, Naomi applies her extensive design and project management experience to spearhead complex facility projects for Tegra clients. She thrives while leading clients and integrated project teams through efficient, customized project management systems that streamline even the most complex ventures. Naomi is a valued consensus-builder - from initial planning through successful completion.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Arts, Architecture, University of Minnesota
Nate spent nearly 20 years rising through the ranks of some of the country's highest-caliber construction and development firms. Whether poring over blueprints or guiding Fortune 500 companies in their site development and building plans, Nate brings comprehensive, no-nonsense construction and design smarts to every project he touches. Consistently valued by clients for his keen industry knowledge and upbeat, collaborative personality, Nate thrives in leading multi-discipline teams to successful results.
Paul brings the wisdom gleaned from more than 25 years of commercial real estate finance, negotiation and project management experience to each and every client. A broad range of project experience - including extensive leadership overseeing planning, due diligence, negotiation and implementation - uniquely equips Paul to develop enduring solutions that will address clients' needs for years to come. His ability to "put down roots" with clients has blossomed into a devoted pool of followers who insist on Paul's insights in every real estate and construction project they encounter.
Education & Certification
Master of Science, Real Estate Finance, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Mini MBA for Nonprofit Organizations, University of St. Thomas-Minneapolis
Born and raised in South Dakota, Tyler is invested in helping his home state continue to flourish by delivering cost-effective, life-enhancing, efficiently executed private and public sector projects. Tyler has proven experience spearheading the front end of projects to assemble a winning team, create optimal plans and timelines, and achieve the best possible outcome. Clients appreciate Tyler for his expertise in public funding, navigating municipal and county approvals and processes, creating positive public engagement, finding bonding solutions, and providing sound, reliable overall project management.
Education & Certification
Doctor of Philosophy, Political Science, University of South Dakota
Graduate Certificate, Public Financial Management, University of Kentucky
Master of Public Administration, University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and English, University of South Dakota